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Haboob Chaos: Coach Dillingham's Wild First Game
1 Sep
Summary
- Coach Dillingham's first game was delayed by a dust storm.
- The team faced numerous injuries and a fourth-string QB.
- Transfer portal and NIL have changed college football dynamics.
Arizona State's head football coach, Kenny Dillingham, remembers his inaugural game as head coach for the Sun Devils not for the win, but for the unprecedented disruption caused by a massive haboob. The dust storm forced a lengthy delay, pushing the game's conclusion to nearly 2 a.m. That season, Dillingham's team battled significant injuries and quarterback instability, leading to a 3-9 record.
Since that chaotic start, Dillingham's program has seen improvements, including a conference title and a contract extension. As the Sun Devils prepare for their next season opener against Morgan State, Dillingham acknowledges the evolving landscape of college football. Factors like the transfer portal and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals have transformed recruiting and roster management into something akin to free agency, making team assessments more challenging.
